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Library Closure

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Mother's Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Me Calm

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Other
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Needing a space to relax and scratch that creative itch?  Whether you prefer coloring inside or outside the lines, this is the perfect outlet for you. This unguided program allows you to drop in and out at your convenience.

Library Closure

All Day 5/26 - 5/27
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hooks and Needles

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide supplies for you to use. We ask that more established crocheters and knitters bring their own supplies if able. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tuesday: Paper Making

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Hands-on crafts and activities for tween and teen patrons (9-18) once a month.

This month, we will learn how to make paper from recycled materials.

Library Closure

9:00am - 12:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed until noon for staff to participate in the Governors Day parade.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Me Calm

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Other
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Needing a space to relax and scratch that creative itch?  Whether you prefer coloring inside or outside the lines, this is the perfect outlet for you. This unguided program allows you to drop in and out at your convenience.

This event is in the "School-Aged" group.

Reduce, Reuse and ReBUILD

10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
Event Details:

Cut, glue, and tape old cereal boxes, tin cans, and other recycled materials to transform them into new creations!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafty Saturday

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come learn how to do a craft at the library, led by a staff member.  All materials are provided, and each participant goes home with something they made, as well as a new crafting skill.  Open to everyone aged 16+.

Alternating third Saturdays of the month at 2:00pm

 

Library Closure

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Father's Day.

Library Closure

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hooks and Needles

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide supplies for you to use. We ask that more established crocheters and knitters bring their own supplies if able. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Me Calm

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Other
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Needing a space to relax and scratch that creative itch?  Whether you prefer coloring inside or outside the lines, this is the perfect outlet for you. This unguided program allows you to drop in and out at your convenience.

This event is in the "School-Aged" group.

Drawing with Scissors

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your creative side and create a collage inspired by famous artist Henri Matisse

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us once a month for hands-on crafts and activities for teens aged 9-18. This month, we will create our own planters out of recycled materials.  Each participant will also get to take home their own planter and plant.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hooks and Needles

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide supplies for you to use. We ask that more established crocheters and knitters bring their own supplies if able. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Me Calm

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Other
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Needing a space to relax and scratch that creative itch?  Whether you prefer coloring inside or outside the lines, this is the perfect outlet for you. This unguided program allows you to drop in and out at your convenience.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafty Saturday

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come learn how to do a craft at the library, led by a staff member.  All materials are provided, and each participant goes home with something they made, as well as a new crafting skill.  Open to everyone aged 16+.

Alternating third Saturdays of the month at 2:00pm

 

Library Closure

All Day 9/1 - 9/2
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Labor Day.

Library Closure

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for staff training. 

Library Closure

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for staff inservice. 

Library Closure

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Veteran's Day.

Library Closure

11/27/2024 @ 4:00pm - 11/29/2024 @ 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Library Closure

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas.